Manfred Reyes Villa’s Promise to Rebuild Bolivia’s Ties with the U.S. and Israel: What It Means for American Interests

As Bolivia approaches its August 17 general election, opposition candidate Manfred Reyes Villa has put forward a bold foreign policy vision: restoring diplomatic relations with the United States and Israel. In stark contrast to the previous administration under Evo Morales that severed ties with these crucial allies, Reyes Villa’s plan signals a potential pivot back toward engagement with nations aligned with American values of freedom and sovereignty. Why Do Bolivia-U.S. Relations Matter to Americans? Since 2008, Bolivia has maintained only limited diplomatic contact with the U.S., following former President Morales’ expulsion of the American ambassador and DEA agents amid accusations...